New Beetle GLS L4-1.8L Turbo (AWV) (2001)
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Remove axle shaft from vise and re-clamp triple rotor joint housing in vise.
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Install rectangular section seal (arrow) from repair kit into groove.
The rectangular section seal, seals the triple-rotor joint directly to the joint flange and it is therefore unnecessary to reinstall the cover.
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Press 90 grams (3.2 oz.) of joint grease, from repair kit, into triple-rotor joint.
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Press 90 grams (3.2 oz.) of joint grease, from repair kit, into reverse side of triple-rotor joint.
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Install triple-rotor joint boot.
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Install clamp.
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Tighten small clamp using pliers VAG1275.
Installation precautions
CAUTION:
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Secure the triple-rotor joint with adhesive tape to prevent the housing from being accidentally pushed back when installing the drive axle.
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Remove the adhesive tape just before bolting to the drive flange.
Rear Axle, Servicing
Rear Axle, Servicing
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